IT Manager II

Akima Infrastructure Services, LLC (AIS), is actively seeking individuals who can contribute to national security within the project management and business services fields as part of our staff augmentation team.  To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Successful candidates will be employees of AIS, a premier government contractor charged with employing highly motivated and well-qualified personnel who can advance the missions in Oak Ridge, TN.  Pay, benefits, human resource, and employment management functions are provided by AIS.

Qualified applicants must be a U.S. Citizen, at least 18 years of age, and able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physicals, drug screen, and/or background investigation to satisfy any clearance requirements.

• Develops short- and/or long-range IT program plans consistent with the information needs and priorities of the functional group.
• Develops and initiates programs that support functions and strategies of IT and the organization.
• Performs the personnel management functions required to develop and maintain a qualified and motivated staff.
• Reports, to Sr. IT Director, the status of programs and support activities.
• Provides consultation and support to project groups and users in operating systems.
• Budget/financial accountability for functional area. Assures adherence to company standards and policies
• Manages an Information Systems & Technology (IS&T) function or project in a global business unit or function/service organization.
• Develops and supports functional work objectives and work processes and creates plans consistent with IS&T strategy, policies and procedures.
• Recognizes and pursues strategic opportunities for IS&T technology to reduce costs and/or improve business success.
• Integrates business processes and technology solutions for the enterprise. Identifies and develops business opportunities that affect and improve productivity and competitiveness.
• Leads organization change to meet IS&T's strategic goals and objectives.
• Develops business cases and proposals in regard to IS&T products and services and ensures that these products and services are of the highest quality and are delivered to the customer in a timely fashion.
• Gathers metrics and monitors the operation’s/project’s performance and takes corrective action as needed.
• Demonstrates strategic thinking and decision-making skills and solves complex organizational and/or technical problems within scope of authority.

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• 15+ years of experience in Information Technology. 
• Extensive and proven experience in Information Technology management required.

Special Requirements:

• Pre-employment Drug Screen - External applicants selected for this position are required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug test.
• Medical Exam(s) - Job related pre-placement medical examinations may be required for this position.
• This position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance. If determined as such, this position would be identified as a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require participation in an ongoing random drug testing program in addition to the pre-employment drug screen.

Work Where it Matters

Akima Infrastructure Services (AIS), an Akima company, is not just another staffing contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AIS, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AIS provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AIS supports vital missions with the most in-demand and specialized skill sets in the world.

As an AIS employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.